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Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe water heater is surely one of the most enjoyable inventions that modern technology has yielded to the human race. There is nothing more comfortable than a hot bath or shower on a cold morning in order to wake the sleepy mind & body. Not only is it enjoyable, but it also helps out a lot with removing excess dirt and oil. And it is this comfort that people want to make sure they are let in on and will certainly spend lots of money so they can have it.

Going with the right boiler

For those that are in need for such services there are some boiler installation tips below they will need to keep in mind when requesting them. Before installing a water heater, the right one must first be chosen. There are two types and they number the gas fuelled water heaters and the electrical heaters. For those that want to save money going with a gas fuelled water heater can be a better option, but this is something that generally varies by area, so it's better that the ratings on the heater to be installed be checked beforehand. There are also cases when the homes people live in don't have a gas service so the only option is to go with the electrical one.

Checking the plumbing

The plumbing must be checked and the dimensions of the existent water pipes in the houses have to be taken in order to make sure that the heater will fit. Some houses might be too old for this, so to make the pipes fit properly some couplers might be needed. It is recommended that before any action is taken, that the utilities attached to the unit, be it an electrical or gas type, be turned off. Once this step is completed, the hot water tank can be drained and the old cold and hot water pipe connections can be disconnected. For the water in the tank to be drained, a hose is required that will be hooked up to the outlet at the bottom of the tank. The water can either be directly drained into a drain or outside.

Draining the old unit and removing it

Once the old unit will have been drained completely and also disconnected, it can be safely removed in order to leave way for the new one to be installed. The new unit will need fittings like the temperature & pressure relief valve in the case they are not installed. After this step, the water lines will have to be connected according to the installation procedures, so that there will be no leaks when the new tank gets filled.

Now, the power source needs to be connected (gas or electric). If the water heater installation fuel source is a gas line, a flue vent will need to be installed so that the fumes are safely directed outside the house. Only when all the connections have been properly made, the water tank can be filled with cold water and then the unit be turned on.

It's recommended that the water heater tank be insulated using water heater tank blanket. This will help keeping the water hot for a longer period of time and of course, will reduce the monthly costs for operating the water heater tank. Even though some people may have skills for installing such a unit, it's always best to contact a professional to handle the job so that no dead ends or even accidents have any chances of happening.

]]>https://www.yorkshire-plumbers.co.uk/blog/improving-your-heating-system-with-a-new-boilerHow to Get a Good Emergency Plumber for a Fair Price - Plumbers Leedshttps://www.yorkshire-plumbers.co.uk/blog/how-to-get-a-good-emergency-plumber-for-a-fair-price
Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTThere is a very good reason why you have an option to call your local emergency plumber any time of the day or night, even on the weekends and holidays. Plumbers are very well aware that they can charge much more when you have an emergency situation and many take advantage of this opportunity to make more money.

If an emergency situation occurs such as when a pipe brakes and starts flooding the apartment or when your walls or floor begin to get wet without any obvious reason, you need to have the problem fixed as soon as possible to avoid further complications and it is important that you remain calm and concentrate on finding a good emergency plumber for a fair price.

People will usually panic and call the first plumber they can find the number of and also pay way too much than they should. Instead of panicking, make few deep breaths and take your local business directory, local craigslist ads or browse through the internet yellow pages and look for plumbers who are available in emergency situations - usually advertised as 24/7.

You should then select several plumbers and start calling them one by one. Be very short and descriptive of the problem and ask for their quotes. End the call when you acquire enough information and do that with each emergency plumber on the list. After you are done, compare the quotes and services and select your best match. Call the plumber again and wait for his or hers arrival.

How to Avoid Being Taken Advantage of by Your Plumber

One of the things that many people do wrong is that they fail to gather enough information from the emergency plumber before they actually hire one. After their plumber is done with the work the huge bill is handed to them, making them wish they had undergone the repair themselves.

To avoid being taken advantage of during an emergency situation it is vital that you ask the plumber exactly how much he would charge for a service or per hour based on your situation. You should explain in detail exactly what seems to be the problem so that a plumber can estimate the work he will need to undergo as well as any additional tools he or she would need to buy and give you an estimation of the cost for the work.

Sometimes, during the repairing process, your emergency plumber may realize that more work is necessary, which may result in a larger bill than you have formerly agreed upon, but that is not to be blamed on the plumber as situations cannot always be predicted. However, there are repairmen who will intentionally make it look like they need to undergo more work solely to increase the final cost.

Your only protection in such case is to ask your friend or a family member who has some knowledge on plumbing to be there when the repairing will take place, so that he or she can "supervise" your plumber. Moreover, you are encouraged to educate yourself a bit on the subject so that you will have some idea what is going on and won't be taken for a fool.

Final Words

It is wise that before you call an emergency plumber you double-check whether the situation really needs extreme measures. Sometimes the problem can be fixed by yourself if you examine the issue firsthand. Only when the problem seems too severe ask for a professional help.